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U. S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE in.otcpu.se.efe�to�
FILE NUMBER
IMMIGRATION AND NATURALIZATION SERVICE
SPOKANE, WASH.
P. 0. Box 1323, Missoula, Montana.
May 15, 1941.
Mr. W. F. Kelly,
Chief Supervisor of Border Patrol,
Immigration and Naturalization Service, Washington, D. C.
Dear Mr. Kelly:
As you know, the picture with reference to Fort Missoula has undergone a considerable change since we first looked it over, particularly with reference to the area(s) which we have planned to place under this expensive fence. The fence which is now on hand and on order will, as indicated in prior correspondence, provide for a rectangular area to include the old stables and the entire area where we had contemplated constructing the new barracks. This area, without utilizing any space for additional barracks, will provide a considerable space for recreation. In fact, I am convinced that ample recreational space, with some leveling, will be provided for 1,000 people. The additional fence to enclose this area will amount to 3�273 lineal feet. We provide additionally for 4,?39 lineal feet of fencing for a recreational area in the triangle between the two roads east of the guardhouse. You will doubtless recall this area. The provision for this area was necessary at first because we contemplated utilizing most of the space to the east and south of the present barracks for building sites. If the requisition has not already been placed for the 4�539 lineal feet, may I suggest that it be held in abeyance until we have completed the rectangular enclosure embracing the laundry, consolidated mess, the large stable, etc., and have had an opportunity to note whether or not the rpace provided for recreation within this area will be ample. In any event it will be some time before construction of the triangular shaped recreation area fence can be started.
Another matter which it appears well to revise is that of fencing for the hospital area, 1126 lineal feet. It is my conviction that when our consolidated mess is completed and we can double-deck the cots in the mess halls and kitchens of the large barracks buildings, we will have ample space for about a 30 to 40-bed infirmary within the small detention area. This, it appears, will be much more satisfactory than to attempt to hold those who are not seriously ill in the hospital. In this connection, experience tells us that mo3t escapes of prisoners occur from hospitals. My thought � in this connection (and I have discussed this matter with Major Sullivan) is to work out an arrangement with the CCC to share the expense of maintaining the hospital for major surgery cases only.
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U. S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE in.otcpu.se.efe�to�
FILE NUMBER
IMMIGRATION AND NATURALIZATION SERVICE
SPOKANE, WASH.
P. 0. Box 1323, Missoula, Montana.
May 15, 1941.
Mr. W. F. Kelly,
Chief Supervisor of Border Patrol,
Immigration and Naturalization Service, Washington, D. C.
Dear Mr. Kelly:
As you know, the picture with reference to Fort Missoula has undergone a considerable change since we first looked it over, particularly with reference to the area(s) which we have planned to place under this expensive fence. The fence which is now on hand and on order will, as indicated in prior correspondence, provide for a rectangular area to include the old stables and the entire area where we had contemplated constructing the new barracks. This area, without utilizing any space for additional barracks, will provide a considerable space for recreation. In fact, I am convinced that ample recreational space, with some leveling, will be provided for 1,000 people. The additional fence to enclose this area will amount to 3�273 lineal feet. We provide additionally for 4,?39 lineal feet of fencing for a recreational area in the triangle between the two roads east of the guardhouse. You will doubtless recall this area. The provision for this area was necessary at first because we contemplated utilizing most of the space to the east and south of the present barracks for building sites. If the requisition has not already been placed for the 4�539 lineal feet, may I suggest that it be held in abeyance until we have completed the rectangular enclosure embracing the laundry, consolidated mess, the large stable, etc., and have had an opportunity to note whether or not the rpace provided for recreation within this area will be ample. In any event it will be some time before construction of the triangular shaped recreation area fence can be started.
Another matter which it appears well to revise is that of fencing for the hospital area, 1126 lineal feet. It is my conviction that when our consolidated mess is completed and we can double-deck the cots in the mess halls and kitchens of the large barracks buildings, we will have ample space for about a 30 to 40-bed infirmary within the small detention area. This, it appears, will be much more satisfactory than to attempt to hold those who are not seriously ill in the hospital. In this connection, experience tells us that mo3t escapes of prisoners occur from hospitals. My thought � in this connection (and I have discussed this matter with Major Sullivan) is to work out an arrangement with the CCC to share the expense of maintaining the hospital for major surgery cases only.
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